🔗 Share this article The Red Devils Poised to Secure Germany Forward Lea Schüller away from Bayern Munich Manchester United are on the verge of completing the signing for prolific German forward Lea Schüller on a permanent transfer from the Frauen-Bundesliga champions. A Major Signing for United The forward, with six months left on her deal, is known as a prolific goalscorer for her club and the national team. Having netted over 100 goals for Bayern and scored 54 times in 82 appearances for Germany. This signing will be seen as a major coup for the WSL team. Departure from Munich has been anticipated after she was seen fighting back tears while applauding the German club’s supporters following a victory over Bayer Leverkusen recently. It was reported in late December that the German women's top flight was set to lose one of its leading strikers. According to multiple sources, the formalities for the transfer have now been completed. Consistent Goal Threat to Strengthen United's Forward Line The 28-year-old’s arrival should represent a major uplift to United’s forward line. Schüller has been highly consistent in front of goal in Germany’s top flight. Over seven straight seasons, up to and including the last term, she achieved at least a double-digit tally of league goals. She claimed the top scorer award in 2021-22 season with 16 goals. Gathering Steam at Carrington The acquisition of the German international comes at a time when the club seem to be gathering momentum. Their recent performances feature securing a place in the Champions League knockout phase playoffs as a seeded team and a victory in the League Cup quarter-finals. Off the pitch, the mid-season window has seen further activity: The acquisition of Sweden right-back Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The new deal for Japanese midfielder Hinata Miyazawa, who has become popular figure since arriving in 2023. Regarding Miyazawa’s extension, a club official stated: “Miyazawa is now a critical component to the way we play. Her understanding of the game and skill enables her and the team to control and dictate play from central areas.” Lundkvist, who has arrived from a club in the NWSL, said: “You can feel how much they [United] have progressed in the last few years, playing in one of the strongest leagues in the world and now featuring in the top European competition.”